Red Paint - Deadman's Cove Summary & Analysis

Sasha LaPointe
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Red Paint - Deadman's Cove Summary & Analysis

Sasha LaPointe
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Summary

As LaPointe embarks on her journey to Astoria, Oregon, her thoughts turn to the movie "Goonies," which is set in the town. She reflects on the carefree nature of the boys in the film, drawing a stark contrast between their adventures and the harsh reality faced by her ancestors during the era of colonization. Upon reaching Astoria, she checks into a nice hotel and takes her dog for a walk before stumbling upon a crystal and spirituality shop. LaPointe becomes upset when she discovers that the store sells gimmicky products that perpetuate Native American stereotypes. This encounter deepens her frustration with the misrepresentation and commodification of Indigenous culture. That evening, while staying at the hotel, LaPointe watches "Goonies" and notes the absence of any Chinook characters, despite the film being set on Chinook land. This realization highlights the ongoing erasure and marginalization of...

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